Texas Rangers vs. Detroit Tigers Game 5 ALCS
Carrie Stroup with your Texas Rangers vs. Detroit Tigers Game 5 ALCS preview.
Sportsbook.com Line & Total: Detroit -146, Texas +136 & 7 flat
Ohio State vs. Illinois Spread at -3.5
The Ohio State vs. Illinois spread was listed at -3.5 in favor of the Buckeyes.
ESPN.com notes:
Oklahoma State vs. Texas Spread at 7.5 Favoring Cowboys (Video)
The Oklahoma State vs. Texas spread was currently listed at -7.5 in favor of the visiting Cowboys. With nearly 95 percent of the spread betting action going towards Oklahoma State, it’s no surprise the line has moved from -6 and continues to head upwards. Some books had this one at -8.5.
The Don Best Linemakers Poll currently lists OSU at No. 8 and the Longhorns posted at No. 24. Oklahoma State is still undefeated on the season.
Brewers vs. Cardinals NLCS Wednesday Night Betting Preview
Carrie Stroup here with your Brewers vs. Cardinals NLCS Wednesday night betting preview.
Sportsbook.com Line & Total: St. Louis -152, Milwaukee +142 & 7 over -115
After a split in Milwaukee, the NLCS shifts to St. Louis for Game 3 as the Cardinals host the Brewers on Wednesday night.
Michigan vs. Michigan State Spread at -1.5 Favoring Spartans (Video)
The Michigan vs. Michigan State spread opened at -3 and has since dipped to -1.5 in favor of the home team Spartans. 80 percent of those betting the spread on this game were backing the Wolverines, thus forcing the line down one-and-a-half-points.
San Diego State vs. Air Force Spread at -6 (Video)
The San Diego State vs. Air Force spread opened at -6 and has remained steady everywhere. This despite the fact that nearly 70 percent of the spread backing was on the underdog Aztecs.
Each school sports an identical record at 3-2 on the season and 0-1 within their own conference.
While Air Force has won three of the last four in this series, San Diego State’s win came last season. That win was by 2 points and at home. Visiting Air Force has been a whole different story with double digit losses during the last three meetings.
USC-California Spread Opens at -2.5, Moves to -3.5 (Video)
The USC-California spread had moved up to -3.5 in favor of the visiting Trojans. This one had opened at -2.5. With nearly 80 percent of those betting the spread backing USC, this line could move up another half point or more.
USC has been winning against California since 2004 and they have covered 5 of the last 7 in this series.
UEFA Euro 2012 Betting Odds Now Available – 11 October
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Bears-Lions Line Back Up to -6
After dropping as low as -4.5, the Bears-Lions line was back up to -6 in favor of the undefeated Lions. 70 percent of the spread betting was on Detroit at -6.
Spread on the Bears-Lions Monday Night Football Game at -5 (Video)
Who could have ever imagined we would see the spread on the Bears-Lions Monday Night Football game at -5 favoring Detroit. After years of mediocrity (and worse), this year’s Lions team is for real and are one of only two undefeated teams left (the other being Green Bay).
2011 Week 5 NFL Betting Odds
2011 Week 5 NFL betting odds were available from BetDSI.com, offering mobile betting, live in-progress wagering and up to 20 percent cash on an initial deposit.
One of the more fluid lines was on the Bengals-Jaguars game. After opening at -1 in favor of Jacksonville, the line has since alternated to -2.5 in favor of the visiting Bengals. Some books were still offering close to even odds. 85 percent of the spread betting action was going Cincinnati’s way.
Packers-Falcons Line Moves to -6 in Favor of Green Bay: Sunday Night Football (Video)
The Packers-Falcons line has moved from -5 to -6 with Green Bay favored. 75 percent of those betting the spread were backing the undefeated Packers in this game.
Green Bay destroyed Atlanta in the Playoffs last year, eliminating them with a 48-21 victory. The rest is history as Green Bay went on to win the Super Bowl. Atlanta had won the previous two games in this series in 2010 and 2008, respectively.
New York Jets vs. New England Patriots Line – Week 5 2011 (Video)
The New York Jets vs. New England Patriots line for Week 5 of the 2011 regular season was coming in anywhere from -7 to -8.5. Those betting the spread were backing the Jets at just over 65 percent.
Some important betting trends to consider for the Jets vs. Patriots game were as follows:
Bucs-49ers Line Moves Up to -3 in Favor of San Francisco (Video)
The Bucs-49ers line has moved up to -3 in favor of San Francisco after opening at -1 earlier in the week. A little more than 55 percent of those betting the spread were backing Tampa Bay here.
Last year, the Bucs shut out San Francisco by a score of 21-0 on the road. This does not bode well for the 49ers as Tampa Bay is 15-5-1 Against The Spread in their last 21 road games.
The Buccaneers are 11-0 ATS in their last 11 road games vs. a team with a winning home record.
The Buccaneers are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games as an underdog.
Seahawks-Giants Line at -9.5
After opening at -11.5, the Seahawks-Giants line has since settled in at -9.5 and that is probably where the line will close. 75 percent of those betting the spread for this game were backing New York.
There are some solid reasons for betting the Giants in this one.
New York has decimated Seattle in their last two head-to-head matchups both last year and in 2008.
The Seahawks have been a terrible team on the road, especially when heading to the East Coast. They are 16-38-1 Against The Spread in their last 55 road games.
Bengals vs. Jaguars Betting Odds at Even
The Bengals vs. Jaguars betting odds were at even at some online sportsbooks. A handful of the books were offering the line at -1.5 in favor of Jacksonville. It is interesting to note that nearly 85 percent of those betting the spread were backing the 2-2 Bengals here. Jacksonville comes into this one with a 1-3 record.
The Bengals are a bit of a surprise so far this season with their 2-2 record not necessarily reflective of the teams impressive performance thus far.
Eagles-Bills Line at -2.5: 65 Percent of Spread Betting Action on Philadelphia
The Eagles-Bills line had opened at -3 in favor of visiting Philadelphia and the betting public seemed to like that spread with backing around 65 percent by Saturday afternoon.
Auburn-Arkansas Line at -10 (Video)
The Auburn-Arkansas line was coming in at -10 Saturday afternoon. Spread betting action was relatively balanced on this game.
Arkansas is 6-0 Against The Spread in home games when playing a team with a winning record over the past three seasons but Auburn is 10-1 ATS against conference opponents over the last two seasons, so beware of that particular trend before betting on this game. These two teams have split wins over the past four years, with the last two games being won by double digits.
Saints-Panthers Line Hits -6.5 (Video)
The Saints-Panthers line was coming in at -6.5 in favor of the visiting Saints. All the Las Vegas sportsbooks were offering the line at -6.5. Just over 70 percent of those betting the spread were backing New Orleans.
In a matchup out of the NFC South, Cam Newton and the Carolina Panthers host Drew Brees and the New Orleans Saints. It should be interesting to see how these new Panthers stack up against their division leaders in Week 5 of the National Football League season.
Raiders-Texans Line at -5.5 (Video)
The Raiders-Texans line was coming in at -5.5 favoring Houston heading into this weekend although a number of the Vegas sportsbooks had this one at -6 to -6.5.
Oakland comes into this game with a 2-2 record while Houston was at 3-1.
These two teams have played one another consecutively for the past six years with the Texans having the upper hand winning 5 of 6 and covering the spread each of those five times.
The Raiders are 12-2 Against The Spread in their last 14 games following a ATS loss.
Autumn Meeting at Keeneland 2011 Odds
The Autumn meeting at Keeneland gets underway on Friday, with high quality racing from the get-go. Odds were available at TwinSpires.com.
National League Baseball Betting October 6, 2011
Carrie Stroup here with your baseball betting preview for October 6, 2011, which includes the Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Milwaukee Brewers and St. Louis Cardinals vs. Philadelphia Flyers. Find all odds here.
ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS at MILWAUKEE BREWERS (Series tied 2-2)
Hockey Dime Lines Provide a Whole New Means of Making Money Betting Sports Online
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For the first time in the 14-year history of the company, BetOnline is unleashing industry-best 10-cent juice for both NHL money-lines and Totals. Also known as “reduced juice” or “dime lines,” simply put, 10-cent juice means better odds and more money in the bettor’s pockets.
Eagles-Bills Betting Odds: Spread Action Favors Philadelphia at 60 Percent
The Eagles-Bills betting odds were listed at -2.5 in favor of the visiting Philadelphia Eagles. Had Buffalo not lost their game against Cincinnati, we would probably be looking at the Bills being favored.
Tony Bryant of BetOnline.com writes:
Odds to Win NHL Pacific Division 2012
Gambling911.com has your latest odds to win the NHL Pacific Division for 2012. Get future bets here at Sportsbook.com.
SAN JOSE SHARKS
2010-11 record: 48-25-9, 105 points, 2nd place in Western Conference
Odds to Win 2012 Western Conference: 9-to-2
Odds to Win 2012 Stanley Cup: 10-to-1
NHL Hockey Betting October 6, 2011
Carrie Stroup here with your NHL hockey betting breakdown for October 6, 2011.
PHILADELPHIA FLYERS (47-23-12, 106 points in 2010-11) at BOSTON BRUINS (46-25-11, 103 points in 2010-11)
Line & Total: Boston -140, Philadelphia +120 & 5.5 under -130
Chiefs-Colts Line at -1 Favoring Indianapolis (Video)
The Chiefs-Colts line opened at -1 and some books were pushing this up to -2.5 heading closer to the weekend. 75 percent of those betting the spread were backing Indianapolis.
Curtis Painter replaced Kerry Collins as quarterback, completing 13 of 30 passes for 281 yards and two touchdowns Monday, but he struggled in the fourth quarter, going 4 of 10 for 56 yards while getting sacked three times as the Buccaneers went ahead.
